Gophers, those industrious burrowers with an insatiable appetite for plant roots, can transform a garden into a battleground. How can protect your plants, without ruining the environment?

Oxalis - the name strikes fear in any gardener’s heart! But there’s more to this genus than meets the eye. Handy tips on how to kill it included, of course…

Rain is on the way! Does that mean you should switch off your irrigation today, or put away your hose? Not quite! Find out the answers to questions many people have about irrigation in winter.

In landscape design, weed barrier, also known as landscape fabric or weed control fabric, has historically played a crucial role in maintaining a tidy and low-maintenance outdoor space, and in separating clients from their money.

It’s true that almost all plants - even those that are drought tolerant - need water to get them established. What’s the most sustainable way to achieve that?

Studies say sellers can add anywhere from 5% to 17% more value to their home with a well-designed and maintained landscape. But how?

Here in the San Francisco Bay Area we have what’s known as a mediterranean climate - a climate that enjoys dry, warmer summer temperatures and mild, wetter winter rainfall patterns.

Botanical gardens are places where plants are grown for display to the public and often for scientific study. Visiting public botanic gardens is a great way to get some exercise, sunshine, fresh air, and inspiration for your garden.

This article is all about our top 10 plants that are soft - really soft. Snuggly, smooshy-soft. You’ll want to touch these plants every time you pass by them!

Saving water that falls from the sky can be a very neat way to keep your summer-dry garden looking a little greener. But should you bother?

During the winter months, when so many garden plants are taking a rest or going dormant, it is wonderful to have plants in the dry garden that burst into bloom to give you a reminder of the warmth of summer. We’ve rounded up a few of the most reliable, tough, and easy to grow plants that flower in mid winter in this area.

Mulches shade the soil, keeping plant roots cool in the hot sun, and warmer at night when the air temperature drops. Mulch also helps soil retain water, so that the moisture levels are more even between waterings, and can reduce erosion from water runoff.

Almost everyone is cheered up by the sight or sound of water in a garden. Many homeowners have fantasies that involve relaxing next to a beautiful koi pond listening to the calming flow of water and gurgling fountains or waterfalls.

Birds and beneficial insects are important wildlife that are part of the natural ecology of a place, and it is easy to create habitat gardens by incorporating native plants that are attractive to them.